Charles E Vanek
About Charles E Vanek
Charles E Vanek is the Sr. Director of Distribution Engineering at Cision in Chicago, Illinois, with over 20 years of experience in data architecture, security, and cloud systems.
Current Role at Cision
Charles E Vanek holds the position of Sr. Director Distribution Engineering at Cision, based in Chicago, Illinois, United States. In his role, Vanek focuses on leading teams and driving excellence in software engineering practices. He emphasizes implementing well-architected frameworks and the importance of team collaboration to overcome challenges and create new opportunities.
Previous Roles at Cision and PR Newswire
Before his current position, Charles E Vanek served in various roles at Cision and PR Newswire. At Cision, he was Sr Director - Impact & Visibility Reporting from 2016 to 2020 in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. Vanek also worked at PR Newswire from 2003 to 2020, starting as a Software Quality Assurance Analyst and later becoming the Senior Director Visibility Reporting. His roles at PR Newswire also included Director Solutions Delivery, showcasing his extensive experience in visibility reporting and solutions delivery.
Educational Background
Charles E Vanek received an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Computer Programming & Telecommunications from Riverland Technical College. He studied at the institution from 1998 to 2000. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in data architecture, cloud security, CRM systems, and AdTech.
Experience and Skills
With over 20 years of experience in data architecture, security, cloud, CRM systems, and AdTech, Charles E Vanek brings a wealth of knowledge to his roles. His career includes positions as an entrepreneur, corporate employee, and government staffer. Vanek is recognized for his leadership skills, mentoring abilities, and a diverse set of experiences in all aspects of business.
Beliefs and Values
Charles E Vanek advocates for equal recognition and respect for all contributors within an organization. He believes in being transparent with team members, stakeholders, and executives, maintaining the highest standards of integrity and honesty. Vanek is passionate about human rights and enhancing technology access for people with physical disabilities. He is committed to the transformative power of AI and technology in making significant advancements.